Examining Patterns in the Involvement of Gastric Bypass Patients in Clinical Studies

Clinical trial participation has historically been heavily biased toward specific demographics.Several people will be invited to enroll in this study so that it may collect a variety of data about gastric bypass clinical trial experiences and identify barriers to participation as well as the causes of participants' failure or withdrawal.The information collected from this study can be used to improve patient experience and outcomes for future patients and an opportunity to contribute to the advancement of medical knowledge and treatments for gastric bypass.

Inclusion Criteria:Age 18 years and olderDiagnosis of obesity or disorder of metabolism undergoing routine gastric bypass surgical interventionCapable of giving signed informed consent.Exclusion Criteria:ECOG score of 4Ineligible for gastric bypass surgeryPregnant women or women actively seeking to become pregnant.